Do I need new copy of OS if I swap Motherboards?

adampcpower

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Im interested in swapping my motherboard so i can get an mATX instead of ATX, but i want to know if i have to buy a new copy of Windows 7. I got the OEM windows 7 and installed it onto the system i built a few monthes ago.

Thanks for the help
 

tenaciousk

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OEM versions of Windows 7 are identical to Full License Retail versions except for the following:

- OEM versions do not offer any free Microsoft direct support from Microsoft support personnel

- OEM licenses are tied to the very first computer you install and activate it on

- OEM versions allow all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model motherboard

- OEM versions cannot be used to directly upgrade from an older Windows operating system